BJ-10sx
USER
MANUAL
Canon
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Introduction ................................................................................................................. |
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Features and Benefits ......................................................................................... |
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Using This Manual ............................................................................................. |
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Customer Support ............................................................................................. |
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Setting Up the |
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Unpacking the Printer ......................................................................................... |
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Examining the Printer .......................................................................................... |
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Assembling the Printer ...................................................................................... |
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Using the Printer ........................................................................................................ |
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Choosing a Location for Your Printer ................................................................ |
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Loading Paper .................................................................................................. |
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Using the Printer On a Daily Basis ..................................................................... |
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Traveling With the Printer .................................................................................. |
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Using the Operator Panel .......................................................................................... |
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Turning On the Printer ....................................................................................... |
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Pausing a Print Operation .................................................................................. |
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Feeding Paper .................................................................................................. |
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Selecting a Print Mode ...................................................................................... |
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Changing the Character Pitch ............................................................................. |
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Changing the Font Style ..................................................................................... |
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Printing the Test Prints ....................................................................................... |
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Chapter Using the Printer With Software ................................................................................. |
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Setting Up Windows 3.1 for Your Printer .......................................................... |
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Setting Up Other Software Applications ............................................................ |
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Software and Printer Compatibility .................................................................... |
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Maintaining the Printer ............................................................................................... |
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Cautions ........................................................................................................... |
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Cleaning the Printer ........................................................................................... |
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Replacing the Ink Cartridge ............................................................................... |
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Storing the Printer ............................................................................................. |
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Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................... |
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Checking the Indicator Lights ............................................................................ |
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Printing the Self Test ......................................................................................... |
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Print Quality Problems ...................................................................................... |
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Paper Loading Problems .................................................................................. |
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Printing Problems ............................................................................................. |
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Clearing Paper Jams ......................................................................................... |
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Factory Default Settings ................................................................................... |
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DIP Switch Settings ......................................................................................... |
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BJ-10e Mode ................................................................................................... |
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Epson LQ Mode ............................................................................................. |
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Chapter Installing and Using Options ....................................................................................... |
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Sheet Feeder .................................................................................................. |
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Battery Pack ................................................................................................... |
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Printer Specifications ................................................................................................. |
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Options Specifications ................................................................................... |
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Interface Specifications ............................................................................................ |
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Appendix Printer Mode Command Summaries and Character Sets .......................................... |
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BJ-10e Command Summary ......................................................................... |
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BJ-10e Character Sets ................................................................................. |
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Epson LQ Command Summary .................................................................... |
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Epson LQ Character Sets ............................................................................. |
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Glossary ..................................................................................................................
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Index ......................................................................................................................
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Chapter 1
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Canon Bubble Jet Printer BJ10sx. It offers exceptional print quality and trouble-free operation with the convenience of compact size, low cost, and portability. We appreciate your choosing this portable printer to meet your printer needs.
This chapter introduces you to features of your new printer and describes how to use this User's Manual.
Features and Benefits
The Bubble Jet Printer BJ-10sx produces high-quality printing by incorporating many useful features.
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Compact portable design |
The printer's compact design |
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(3.7lb/1.7kg) allows it to easily fit into |
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a briefcase. With the optional battery |
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pack, you can print documents without |
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AC power, a fully charged battery can |
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print up to 40 pages. |
Convenient paper handling |
You can print on paper, envelopes, or |
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transparencies. An optional sheet |
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feeder is available for automatically |
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feeding stacks of paper |
Software compatibility |
Two resident printer control modes |
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allow the printer to emulate other |
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printers: BJ-10e mode provides |
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emulation of the Canon Bubble Jet |
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printers as well as the IBM proprinter |
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X24E, an Epson LQ mode provides |
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emulation of the Epson LQ-510 |
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printer. This means your printer is |
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compatible with a wide variety of |
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software applications including those |
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that support the Proprinter X24E and |
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LQ-510, as well as any of the other |
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Canon Bubble Jet printers (BJ-10e, BJ- |
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10ex, BJ-20, and BJ-130e). |
Excellent print quality |
The high-performance print head of the |
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ink cartridge offers 360 by 360 dots |
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per inch (dpi) for high resolution |
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graphics. This gives you the output |
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quality of a laser printer and enables |
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you to create attractive presentations |
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while on the road. |
High-quality ink |
The ink cartridge contains a high- |
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quality ink that is not easily affected by |
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light. It dries very quickly so it is |
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resistant to smudges. Printed output |
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does not fade as the cartridge runs out |
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of ink; the printer maintains the same |
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print quality regardless of how many |
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characters have been printed with the |
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cartridge. |
Simple maintenance |
The replaceable ink cartridge contains |
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both the ink and the print head for the |
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printer. When it runs out of ink, you |
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simply replace it. Each cartridge |
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typically prints 400 to 500 pages |
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(700,000 characters) in high quality |
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(HQ) mode, and 800 to 1000 pages |
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(1,400,000 characters) in economy |
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mode. |
Quiet printing |
The printer uses a non-impact printing |
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method that is very quiet. |
Using this Manual
This section describes the contents and conventions of this manual.
Contents
This manual includes all the information you need to set up and operate your printer in several easy-to-read chapters.
Chapter 1, Introduction
Introduces you to the features of the printer, and describes how this manual is organized.
Chapter 2, Setting up the Printer
Describes the printer's components, and how to unpack and assemble it.
Chapter 3, Using the Printer
Describes how to select a location for your printer, select paper and load it in the printer, and print on envelopes, transparencies, and thick paper. It also includes helpful hints for using the printer on a daily basis and traveling with the printer.
Chapter 4, Using the Operator Panel
Explains how to control your printer using the buttons on the operator panel.
Chapter 5, Using the Printer With Software
Describes how to install a printer driver and select a printer control mode.
Chapter 6, Maintaining the Printer
Describes how to clean the printer, replace the ink cartridge, and store the printer.
Chapter 7, Troubleshooting
Provides procedures to help you solve problems that may occur when using the printer.
Chapter 8, Customizing the Printer
Explains how you can customize the factory default settings and select the printer control mode of the printer by changing the DIP switches.
Chapter 9, Installing and Using Options
Describes how to install the options available for the Canon Bubble Jet
Printer BJ-10sx.
The appendices include printer specifications, interface specifications, and summary tables of the BJ-10e mode and Epson LQ mode printer commands and characters sets.
At the back of this manual, you'll find a Quick Reference card. To detach the card, cut along the dotted line at the left side of the card; then fold the card down the center. Take this Quick Reference with you when you travel with the printer.
The Canon Bubble Jet Printer BJ-10sx Programmer's Manual is available for software designers, advanced programmers, and users interested in using a programming language to send commands to the printer. To obtain a copy of this manual, call the Canon Computer Systems Technical Support help desk at 1-800-423-2366.
Conventions
This User's Manual uses the following conventions to alert you to the information that will help you to operate the printer correctly and safely:
NOTE: Notes provide advice or suggestions regarding the use of the printer.
CAUTION: Cautions alert you to operations that could cause damage to your printer or other components.
Distinctive typefaces identify the printer buttons you press, the lights on the operator panel, and any commands you enter at your computer. For example, the buttons you press appear in this typeface: POWER. The lights you see appear in this typeface: ERROR. When you type something on your computer, it appears in this typeface: DIR /P.
Customer Support
Canon provides customer support and service for all Canon printer products. If you have any questions regarding the installation or use of your new printer, don't hesitate to call the Canon Computer Systems Technical Support help desk at 1-800-423-2366. Assistance is available Monday through Friday from 9 am to 9 pm, Eastern Standard Time (EST), except on holidays.
If you seem to have an operational problem, try to solve it by referring to the information in Chapter 7, Troubleshooting. If you cannot quickly resume normal operation, contact Canon's experienced support personnel at the help desk.
Canon also provides a bulletin board service (BBS). To find out the number for the BBS, call the help desk.
For CompuServe members, Canon provides the Canon Peripherals
Forum. To access the Canon forum, type GO CANON at any
CompuServe prompt.
Customer support for Canadian residents is available at 416-795-2083 from 9 am to 7 pm, EST (except holidays). In other countries, please contact your Canon dealer.
Chapter 2
Setting up the Printer
This chapter describes the steps you follow to unpack and set up your printer. It offers guidelines for using the printer, explains how to install the ink cartridge, and describes how to connect the AC adapter and the interface cable.
If you have already set up your printer using the Quick Start Guide included in the box, you may want to scan this chapter for the additional information that it supplies.
Unpacking the Printer
Carefully remove all items from the box.
In addition to this User's Manual, you will find these items in the box:
zCanon Bubble Jet Printer BJ-10sx
zBC-01 ink cartridge
zAC adapter
zQuick Start Guide
zProduct Warranty car
zRegistration card
If your printer was damaged in shipping, or if any items are missing, notify your dealer immediately.
As you unpack the printer, save the carton and packing materials in case you want to ship or store the printer in the future. Remove all shipping tape and any styrofoam packing material used to protect the printer during shipping. Remove the protector cover the parellel port on the right side of the printer.
NOTE: Be sure to fill out your Registration card and send it to
Canon Computer Systems, Inc.
Examining the Printer
Before setting up your printer, take this opportunity to become familiar with its components and understand their functions.
From the Front/Side
Operator Panel
You can use the operator panel to control the printer and select basic printer operations. The various lights on the operator panel indicate the status of the printer and identify the print mode you've selected. See Chapter 4, Using the Operator Panel, for complete information on these buttons and lights.
Top cover
The top cover is open when feeding paper or accessing the inside of the printer.
Parallel interface port
The printer's interface cable connects to this port.
Paper thickness dial
You set this dial according to the thickness of your paper. The setting you choose adjusts the distance between the print head and the paper. There are three settings: back toward the paper icon for normal-weight paper, in the center for printing graphics, and forward toward the envelope icon for thick paper or envelopes.
AC adapter receptacle
The printer's AC adapter connects to this receptacle.
From the Back
Printer stand
The printer stand is used when printing envelopes, transparencies, or thick paper.
Battery cover
This cover protects the optional battery pack.
Battery switch
This switch turns on the optional battery pack (if it is installed).
Inside the Printer
Inner cover
This cover provides access to the inside of the printer when you're installing the ink cartridge or changing the DIP switches.
Ink cartridge holder
You install the ink cartridge on this yellow holder as described later in this chapter.
Ink cartridge lock lever
This lock lever secures the ink cartridge.
Paper release lever
This lever releases the loaded sheet of paper. You lift this lever to clear a paper jam. Leave the lever in the down position when you are printing.
DIP switches
These switches define the printer's settings. For information about changing the factory default settings, see Chapter 8, Customizing the Printer.
Assembling the Printer
Now that you are familiar with the components of your printer, you are ready to set up the printer and connect to your computer. The first step is to install the ink cartridge.
Installing the Ink Cartridge
The ink cartridge you use with the printer is BC-01. Each ink cartridge contains enough ink to print about 400 to 500 pages (700,000 characters) in high quality mode (HQ) mode, and 800 to 1000 pages (1,400,000 characters) in economy mode. The actual amount varies according to the print density of the page. If you print a lot of graphics, you may need to change the cartridge more often.
CAUTION: Canon makes two ink cartridges that would fit the printer; the BC-01 is designed specifically for the Bubble Jet Printer BJ-10sx. Therefore, use only the BC-01 cartridge with this printer.
To avoid spilling ink, follow these precautions:
zDo not touch the print head on the ink cartridge or the sharp edges around it.
zDo not hold the ink cartridge, or place it on a surface, with the print head facing down.
zDo not attempt to disassemble the cartridge.
zDo not vigorously shake the ink cartridge while handling it.
CAUTION: Keep the ink cartridge out of the reach of children; the ink contains isopropyl alcohol 67-63-0.
To install the ink cartridge, follow these steps:
1.Grasp the recessed tab on each side of the top cover, and lift the cover toward the back of the printer.
2.Grasp the recessed tab on each side of the inner cover, and lift the cover toward the front of the printer.
3. Take the ink cartridge out of its protective packaging.
4.Snap off the orange cap from the print head and then remove the orange tape.
5.Locate the ink cartridge holder on the left side of the printer.
CAUTION: Avoid touching the yellow mounting base on which you place the cartridge -- especially the circuit board on the side of the mounting base and the film cable that extends from the carriage holder.
6. Lift the green lock lever on the cartridge holder.
7.Fit the ink cartridge over the yellow mounting base with the print head facing the back of the printer.
8.Push the lock lever back until it snaps into place. This secures the ink cartridge so it makes contact with the circuit board on the cartridge holder.
CAUTION: Do not move the ink cartridge after installing it. Moving the ink cartridge to the right and leaving it there may uncap the print head and cause it to dry out.
9.Close the inner cover. Press on each side until it snaps into the closed position.
10.Lower the top cover and press on each side to close it securely.
Whenever you turn off the printer, the ink cartridge moves to its home position on the left and caps itself to keep from drying out. If you unplug the printer while it is printing, or if you move the ink cartridge from the home position, the cartridge will not be capped and it may dry out.
Attaching the AC adapter
CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter that came with the printer. Use of any other adapter may damage the printer.
1.Plug the connector end of the AC adapter into the AC adapter receptacle on the right side of the printer.
2. Insert the AC adapter into the wall outlet.
CAUTION:
zIf you smell a peculiar odor, or see smoke, unplug the AC adapter immediately.
zDo not place anything in front of your wall outlet that may obstruct your access to it or put pressure on the AC adapter.
zAlways plug the AC adapter into the printer before you plug it into an electrical outlet.
zAlways unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet before disconnecting the printer.
zWhen unplugging the AC adapter, always remove it by holding on to the adapter unit and not the cord.
zUse the AC adapter indoors only.
If you plan to use the printer while traveling, check the voltage requirements of countries you will be visiting. If necessary, obtain an appropriate AC adapter from your Canon dealer. You can also call the Canon help desk at 1-800-423-2366.
Electrical current flows into the AC adapter when it is plugged into a wall outlet. If you will not be using the printer for some time, unplug the AC adapter from the wall outlet and from the printer.
Connecting the Printer to Your Computer
Your printer has an 8-bit, parallel interface port. You can obtain a Centronics compatible, parallel interface cable from your dealer. Ask your dealer for assistance if you need help selecting the right cable.
1.Make sure both the printer and the computer are turned off.
2.If you have not already done so, remove the cap from the parallel port.
3.Align the cable connector with the printer's parallel port so the shapes match. Gently press the cable connector into the printer's parallel port.
4.Secure the cable connector by snapping the two wire clips (located on the printer) into the cable connector.
5.Connect the other end of the interface cable to the parallel port on your computer.
Turning the Printer On and Off
To turn on the printer, press the POWER button on the operator panel until the printer sounds a beep. The POWER light comes on, and the printer makes several sounds as it gets ready to print.
CAUTION: Never unplug the AC adapter when the power is turned on. This may cause the print head to remain where it is without returning to the home position. Once in the home position, the print head is capped, which protects it from damage or drying out.
To turn off the printer, press the POWER button again. Always turn off the printer when you will not be using it.
NOTE: After turning off the printer, always wait at least four seconds before turning it back on.
Cleaning the Print Head
The print head on a new ink cartridge needs to be cleaned to ensure that you get the best possible print quality. The printer automatically cleans the print head when you follow these steps:
1.Make sure the printer is turned off.
2.Press and hold the FWD ADJ and REV ADJ buttons, and press the POWER button until you hear the printer beep.
3.When the printer beeps, release the POWER button.
4.When the printer beeps again, release the FWD ADJ and REV ADJ buttons.
After several seconds, the ON LINE indicator light starts to blink. It blinks for about five seconds while the printer cleans the print head. When complete, the ON LINE indicator light stops blinking and goes off.
You can repeat this procedure if your printed output includes white streaks, missing dots, or irregular dots. If you have continual print quality problems, see Chapter 7, Troubleshooting, for a more detailed procedure that allows you to visually check the results of the print head cleaning.
NOTE: Cleaning the print head consumes a small amount of ink. Repeating this procedure unnecessarily reduces the life of the ink cartridge.
Congratulations
You have now set up your new printer and can start using it. See Chapter 3, Using the Printer, for instructions on how to load paper. See Chapter 4, Using the Operator Panel, for instructions on how to control basic printer operations using the operator panel. See Chapter 5, Using the Printer With Software, for instructions on how to configure your software to work with your new Canon Bubble Jet Printer BJ-10sx.
Chapter 3
Using the Printer
This chapter presents the guidelines for locating your printer, describes how to load paper, envelopes, transparencies, and thick paper in the printer, and provides helpful hints for using the printer on a daily basis and traveling with the printer.
Choosing a Location for Your Printer
Whether at home, in the office, or traveling, you need to find a comfortable and convenient location for the printer. Follow the guidelines in this section to make sure the location is right for your printer.
zPlace the printer in a cool, dry, clean, well ventilated area. Avoid placing it in direct sunlight.
zSet the printer on a sturdy, level surface. This is especially important when traveling with the printer.
zUse the printer only where the temperature is stable and set for human comfort.
zMake sure the printer's location is near an electrical wall outlet that accepts a three-prong, grounded plug when you are using the AC adapter.
CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter that came with your printer. Attempting to use any other adapter may damage the printer.
zKeep the printer and your computer away from potential source of electromagnetic interference, such as loud speakers or the base units of cordless telephones.
zMake sure there is enough room around the printer for handling the paper.
zKeep the printer clear from objects that may block the paper from exiting.
Loading Paper
To assure the best performance of your printer, you want to select the best paper and load it correctly.
Single sheets of paper are loaded from the top of the printer with the top cover open.
Envelopes, transparencies, and thick paper are loaded from the bottom of the printer with the printer resting on the printer stand.
To load multiple sheets of paper, you must install the optional sheet feeder. See Chapter 9, Installing and Using Options, for details.
Selecting Paper
Your printer produces letter-quality output on most plain bond papers, including cotton bond papers and photocopying papers. This printer does not require special ink-jet papers.
Use cut-sheet paper only. Do not use multiple-part forms.
The printer prints better on some paper than others, and the quality of paper varies across the United States. Before purchasing a large amount of paper, buy a small amount and test it to see if it meets your printing requirements.
NOTE: Attempting to print on damp, curled, wrinkled, or torn paper can cause paper jams and poor print quality.
You can print on single sheets of plain papers that match these specifications:
Size 7.2 by 10.1 inches to 8.5 by 14.0 inches (182 by 257 mm to 216 by 356 mm)
Thickness Less than 0.008 inches (0.2 mm)
Weight 17 to 24 lbs (64 to 90 g/m2) -- loaded from top cover
17 to 28 lbs (64 to 105 g/m2) -- loaded from bottom slot
Printing On Paper
When you are ready to print on plain paper, follow these steps:
1.Make sure the printer is turned off, and close the top cover if it is open.
2.Set the printer on its back and adjust the paper thickness dial. Set the dial to the top position (paper icon) if you will be printing text. Set the dial to the center position (no icon) if you will be printing graphics.
3. Set the printer on a level surface and open the top cover.
4.Press the POWER button to turn on the printer. The ERROR light comes on because there is no paper in the printer.
5.Make sure the paper release lever on the right side of the printer is pushed down. Paper will not feed correctly if the lever is up
6.Insert a single sheet of paper into the printer. Align the paper with the paper size indicator on the left side of the top cover.
1.Make sure you insert the paper so that the side on which you want to print is facing away from you (toward the top cover). If you are using a preprinted stock, such a s sheet of letterhead, insert the top of the paper into the printer first.
2.Pres the LF/FF button. The printer automatically positions the paper so it is ready for printing.
3.Press ON LINE and start your print operation.
Selecting Envelopes, Transparencies, or Thick Paper
Use commercial, number 10 envelopes, which are 9.5 by 4.125 inches (241 by 104 mm).
CAUTION: Some envelopes are not recommended since they may cause jams or smears, or may damage your printer. Do not use the following types of envelopes:
zEnvelopes with windows, metal clasps, holes, perforations, cutouts, double flaps, or peel-off sealing strips.
zEnvelopes that are specially coated or deeply embossed.
zEnvelopes with letters enclosed
Use transparencies that are intended for use with ink jet printers only. For best results, use Canon's BJ transparency film #Q07- 0001-M1. You can also use CG3480 transparency film from 3M.
NOTE:
zAlways feed transparencies from the bottom slot on the printer.
zUse transparencies only in a normal operating environment. High temperatures may damage a transparency.
You can print on heavier-weight paper (up to 28 lbs or 105 g/m2).
Printing On Envelopes, Transparencies, or Thick Paper
You must load envelopes, transparencies, and thick paper from the bottom slot of the printer.
To load envelopes, transparencies, or thick paper, follow these steps. (The illustrations show how to load an envelope; the steps are exactly the same for transparencies or thick paper.)
1.Make sure the printer is turned off and the top cover is closed.
2.Grasp the front of the printer with one hand and position the printer stand with your other hand.
3.Turn the printer stand so it is perpendicular to the back of the printer and set the printer on it's back.
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